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DARSHAN PATEL

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Summary

Dental Assistant with over 3 years of experience in diverse dental settings, excelling in patient care, research, and workflow optimization. Adept at utilizing critical thinking and team collaboration to enhance patient satisfaction and efficiency. I am passionate about advancing in the dental and research fields, and contributing to innovative healthcare solutions with a strong foundation in safety protocols and patient education.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

ORTHODONTIC RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Ohio State College of Dentistry
11.2023 - 07.2024
  • Collaborated with a third-year orthodontic resident on research utilizing AI and 3D reconstruction techniques.
  • Assisted in developing a method to assess the position of maxillary impacted canines using 2D panoramic X-rays.
  • Supported data collection, image analysis, and literature review for optimizing diagnostic accuracy.
  • Contributed to the preparation of research documentation and visual presentations for academic dissemination.

ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT

Ohio State College of Dentistry
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted resident orthodontists in executing precise dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Managed sterilization of dental instruments and prepared examination areas for procedures.
  • Provided patient education on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care.
  • Supported orthodontic team with efficient patient scheduling, enhancing workflow and minimizing wait times.

PEDIATRIC DENTAL ASSISTANT

Delaware Pediatric Dentistry
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Assisted in dental procedures, including fillings, crowns, and extractions, while maintaining a child-friendly atmosphere.
  • Prepared treatment rooms, sterilized instruments, and ensured compliance with dental safety regulations.
  • Anticipated procedural steps, effectively supporting the dentist to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted with patient interactions, creating a friendly environment that encouraged young patients to feel at ease during visits.

Education

MASTER OF DENTAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATE -

Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04.2025

BACHELOR OF ARTS - BIOCHEMISTRY

Miami University, College of Arts And Sciences
Oxford, Ohio
05.2021

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Team Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Sterilization
  • Safety Protocols

LANGUAGES

English (Native)
Gujarati (Native)

Timeline

ORTHODONTIC RESEARCH ASSISTANT

Ohio State College of Dentistry
11.2023 - 07.2024

ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT

Ohio State College of Dentistry
06.2023 - 06.2024

PEDIATRIC DENTAL ASSISTANT

Delaware Pediatric Dentistry
06.2021 - 06.2023

MASTER OF DENTAL SCIENCE CERTIFICATE -

Nova Southeastern University

BACHELOR OF ARTS - BIOCHEMISTRY

Miami University, College of Arts And Sciences

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